New practical driver testing provider

On 1 May 2015 Vehicle Testing New Zealand (VTNZ) took over as the Transport Agency’s provider for all practical driver testing services, including car, motorcycle and heavy vehicle licences.

The Transport Agency will be working closely with VTNZ over the coming months to improve the experience of drivers sitting their practical licence tests.

How does this change affect drivers sitting a practical test?

This change will have minimal impact on drivers sitting a practical test – the skills and competencies required to pass aren’t changing.

New test sites

It is important to note that on 1 May two testing locations are changing.

Old testing location

Testing location from 1 May 2015

AA Napier

VTNZ Onekawa, 154 Taradale Road, Napier

AA Westgate

VTNZ Westgate, 6 Pinot Lane, Westgate, Auckland

All drivers that have booked a test at one of these sites after 1 May 2015 were provided with the correct address details on their confirmation slip.

It is particularly important that drivers that have already sat a practical test in these areas and have a test booked after 1 May, refer to the details contained in their confirmation slip, as the location has changed since their last test.

How do I find out when and where my practical test is?

A confirmation slip is provided to all drivers when making a practical test booking. It contains all the details including the type of test, applicant name, booking ID number, test date and time, location, recommended reporting time and test duration.

You can change a test on our website, by visiting a driver licensing agent (see the list below), or by calling us on 0800 822 422.

Where can I find more information about passing a practical driving test